Andorra is a tiny state in the Pyrenees, whose territory is almost half the size of Kyiv, and in which there are no customs duties on many goods. This border principality has long been a haven for warriors, politicians and rebels. Currently, the state is headed by the President of France and the Spanish Bishop of Urgelsky.
Andorra is one of the smallest states in Europe - with an area of 468 sq. km, it is comfortably located in the eastern Pyrenees, between Spain and France. The principality is famous for its ski resorts, excellent shopping and museums. Holidays in Andorra offer a mild climate, sunny weather, picturesque slopes, modern equipped slopes and a high level of service.
Capital: Andorra la Vella.
The climate of Andorra is temperate, with snowy cold winters and cool dry summers. The average temperature is +9 C. In summer, the daytime air temperature reaches +20 .. +22 degrees, and in winter, the air warms up to +8 .. +10 degrees during the day. There are an average of 250 sunny days a year. The best time to visit the country: from October to May.
Language
The state language is Catalan. Almost a third of the population speaks this language. French, Portuguese and Spanish (Castilian dialect) are also common.
Ski tours to Andorra from Ukraine offer a vacation in wonderful winter resorts, which are second only to the Swiss. Going on vacation to Andorra in winter, you have at your disposal 2 valleys of the popular and large resort of Pas de la Casa - Grau Roch. This is the highest mountain resort in the Pyrenees and the most extreme in terms of complexity of the tracks. Skiing in the Pas de la Casa valley due to sharp elevation changes recommends a ski tour to Andorra only for experienced skiers. The lower part of the slopes is equipped with a slalom track and a half-pipe for snowboarding. The forests of the Grau Roch valley, due to the large space and long slopes, make high-speed skiing practically safe. The resort has more than 47 equipped and staffed tracks for all levels of training. There are 3 freestyle parks in the valley: Peretol, Izard and Xavier. You can also do boardercross on a specially equipped track here. You can spend your winter vacation in Andorra at other equally famous resorts in the country. The slopes of the Soldeu-el-Tarter resort are ideal for beginner skiers. This bustling resort is a favorite place for young people. In the north of the country, at an altitude of 2800m, the Ordino-Arcalis resort is located, the slopes here are designed for skiers of medium training. The resort's snow park is equipped with a half-pipe. The Pal-Arinsal resort offers a complex of 2 ski centers. If you are going on ski tours to Andorra, we strongly recommend taking sunscreen with you with you. The bright sun on the peaks can sneak up even under a mask.
Ski tours to Andorra can be combined with wonderful shopping. Many tourists have long taken note of trips to Andorra for the purchase of quality goods. Duty-free trade allows you to purchase alcohol, cosmetics, perfumes, watches, ski equipment, etc. at prices 30-40% lower than in neighboring Spain and France.
Going on sightseeing tours to Andorra, you can travel around the country, as well as stop by Spain and France for a while. For example, in the Spanish city of La-de-Urgell, which is only 9 km from Andorra. Here you can see the Cathedral of St. Mary, built in the 12th century, where the thousand-year-old manuscript "Beatus" is located. 180 km from the capital is the French city of Toulouse, known for its ancient Gothic cathedrals and churches. There is also something to see in Andorra itself. House-museums with ancient wine cellars, the Museum of Historical Cars and the Museum of Matryoshka Dolls, the Museum of Miniatures, etc.
When planning a health holiday in Andorra in the summer, you can safely relax in the Caldea water spa center. Thermal springs, steam showers, geysers, Indo-Roman baths, contrast baths, hydro and underwater massage give vitality, tone up and rejuvenate the body.
